Willi Castro
Born: 4/24/1997 in Rio Piedras, P.R.
MLB Debut: 2019-08-24
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 206 lbs
Full name: Willi Rafael Castro
Biography
Willi Castro is an active professional baseball player born in 1997, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2019. As a versatile position player, Castro exhibits a blend of speed and power, contributing effectively to his team's offensive lineup. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 585 games, accumulating 477 hits and 45 home runs, while driving in 195 RBIs. His career batting average stands at .248, supported by his ability to swipe 65 bases, showcasing his agility and base-running skills.
Castro's performance earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his prowess and recognition among fans and players alike. As he continues to play, Castro's contributions reflect the modern era of baseball, characterized by an emphasis on athleticism and dynamic play. With his ongoing career, he remains a player to watch, as he seeks to further elevate his performance and solidify his legacy within the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11.57 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 585 | 1923 | 283 | 477 | 92 | 21 | 45 | 195 | 65 | 136 | 512 | 0.248 | 0.313 | 0.388 | 0.701 | -1204.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | DET | AL | 30 | 100 | 10 | 23 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 34 | 0.230 | -317.9 |
| 2020 | DET | AL | 36 | 129 | 21 | 45 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 24 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 0.349 | 545.0 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 125 | 413 | 56 | 91 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 38 | 9 | 23 | 109 | 0.220 | -1245.5 |
| 2022 | DET | AL | 112 | 365 | 47 | 88 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 31 | 9 | 15 | 82 | 0.241 | -603.6 |
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 124 | 358 | 60 | 92 | 18 | 5 | 9 | 34 | 33 | 34 | 99 | 0.257 | 199.3 |
| 2024 | MIN | AL | 158 | 558 | 89 | 138 | 31 | 5 | 12 | 60 | 14 | 51 | 150 | 0.247 | 218.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.222 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ALDS2 | MIN | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2023 | ALWC2 | MIN | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 158 | 128 | 208 | 302 | 10 | 63 |
| 3B | 82 | 48 | 34 | 89 | 3 | 9 |
| OF | 257 | 201 | 422 | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 156 | 132 | 164 | 284 | 16 | 53 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | DET | SS | 29 | 28 | 36 | 67 | 4 | 17 |
| 2020 | DET | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | DET | 3B | 8 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | DET | SS | 27 | 26 | 24 | 56 | 5 | 10 |
| 2021 | DET | 2B | 91 | 81 | 141 | 211 | 8 | 47 |
| 2021 | DET | SS | 20 | 19 | 25 | 35 | 2 | 8 |
| 2021 | DET | OF | 10 | 10 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | DET | 2B | 16 | 11 | 16 | 21 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | DET | 3B | 6 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 | DET | SS | 16 | 7 | 10 | 23 | 2 | 5 |
| 2022 | DET | OF | 80 | 73 | 157 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 | MIN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | MIN | 2B | 10 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | MIN | 3B | 41 | 23 | 15 | 49 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | MIN | SS | 8 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | MIN | OF | 103 | 64 | 128 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 | MIN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | MIN | 2B | 40 | 31 | 46 | 60 | 2 | 13 |
| 2024 | MIN | 3B | 27 | 14 | 12 | 22 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | MIN | SS | 56 | 51 | 68 | 93 | 3 | 11 |
| 2024 | MIN | OF | 64 | 54 | 121 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
| Second Base | 158 |
| Third Base | 82 |
| Shortstop | 156 |
| Left Field | 125 |
| Center Field | 91 |
| Right Field | 44 |
| Designated Hitter | 13 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 7.0 | 150 | 0 |